Sexiest man? 'Thor' star Chris Hemsworth

Chris Hemsworth will star in three big movies in 2015, including the 'Avengers' sequel

People magazine has anointed Australian actor Chris Hemsworth the sexiest man of 2014.

The title was very good news for the Walt Disney Co., which distributes the "Thor" movie franchise that stars Hemsworth, 31.

"Jimmy Kimmel Live," which airs on Disney-owned ABC, revealed Hemsworth's sexiest designation. The actor credited his parents for his good looks. He is the brother of actors Liam and Luke Hemsworth.

If 2014 has been a breakthrough for Chris Hemsworth, 2015 should be even bigger. He will star in "Blackhat" for director Michael Mann, "In the Heart of the Sea" for director Ron Howard and "Avengers: Age of Ultron" in which the actor reprises Thor. The "Avengers" sequel is directed by Joss Whedon.

The strapping Hemsworth stands nearly 6-foot-3 and has blond hair and blue eyes that make him perfect casting for Thor. He is married to actress Elsa Pataky, and they have three children. He gave a fine performance last year in the racing drama "Rush."